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Program Overview
Expand your career pathways with our online M.S. in Special Education with a Specialization in Reading
Design, implement and direct reading programs for students in special education when you earn an online M.S. in Special Education with a Specialization in Reading from TAMIU. Meet the rising demand for special education experts who can diagnose and support reading difficulties in the special education population.
$12,111
Total Tuition
as few as 12 months
Program Duration
33
Credit Hours
Gain cutting-edge tools to help students in special education programs overcome their reading disorders. You will work closely alongside distinguished faculty to administer diagnostic assessment, perform remedial interventions and evaluate student literacy progress. Master the theories, principles and strategies for executing developmentally appropriate reading programs for pre-kindergarten to adult learners. Specialize in reading from a unique special education lens with core coursework that covers special education law and ethical responsibility, issues in disability throughout a lifespan, behavior management of exceptional children, and foundations of educational research.
This career-advancing master's in special education online gives you the special education and reading expertise that schools need, making you a competitive hire for any institution. Accelerated, 7-week courses enable you to finish your degree in as few as 12 months.
Graduates of this M.S. in Special Education online program will be able to:
- Use assessment to make educational decisions for individuals with exceptionalities
- Integrate scholarly inquiry to select evidence-based strategies to meet the needs of individuals with exceptionalities
- Demonstrate leadership skills by advocating individuals with exceptionalities
The Texas A&M International University College of Education is accredited by the Texas State Board for Educator Certification.
Tuition
Earn your degree affordably with our low-cost tuition
Tuition for the M.S. in Special Education with a Specialization in Reading online program is affordable and can be paid by the course. All fees are included.
In-State Tuition:
The following tuition applies only to Texas residents.
*Tuition Subject to Change
Program Tuition
$12,111
In-State Tuition Per Credit hour: $367
Out-of-State Tuition:
| Program Tuition |
|---|
| $33,990* |
| Out of State Tuition Per Credit hour |
| $1,030 |
Calendar
Review important start dates and deadlines
The M.S. in Special Education with a Specialization in Reading online program is delivered online, featuring 7-week courses and six start dates each year. Choose the start date that is best for you.
| Session | Program Start Date | Application Deadline | Document Deadline | Registration Deadline | Payment Deadline |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Spring I 2023 | 01/17/2023 | 01/03/2023 | 01/09/2023 | 01/11/2023 | 01/13/2023 |
| Spring II 2023 | 03/20/2023 | 03/06/2023 | 03/13/2023 | 03/15/2023 | 03/20/2023 |
| Summer I 2023 | 05/15/2023 | 05/01/2023 | 05/08/2023 | 05/10/2023 | 05/12/2023 |
| Summer II 2023 | 07/10/2023 | 06/26/2023 | 07/03/2023 | 07/05/2023 | 07/07/2023 |
Admissions
M.S. in Special Education online admission requirements
- Bachelor's degree
- Minimum 2.75 GPA on the last 60 hours
International Transcript Evaluation:
TAMIU does their own foreign credential evaluations. Graduate School does not require third party evaluations nor are obligated to accept the results, or GPA calculations, if an evaluation is submitted. If an applicant submits an official evaluation, the evaluation does not replace official transcripts or certificates of graduation.
Official transcripts from all institutions attended can be sent to:
Texas A&M International University
Graduate School
Senator Judith Zaffirini Student Success Center, Suite 223
5201 University Boulevard
Laredo, TX 78041
OR
Electronically to [email protected]
Former TAMIU students do not need to submit TAMIU transcripts.
For documents other than transcripts, please upload to your application portal located here. If transcripts are uploaded to the portal, you will be asked to resend all official transcripts by mail or email and will delay the application process.
Have a question? Call us at 844-872-8712.
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Check out the online master's degree in special education curriculum
Curriculum for the M.S. in Special Education with a Specialization in Reading online program is comprised of 11 courses (33 credit hours). Students are required to take seven core courses and four specialization courses.
You must take the following courses.
EDSE 5307: Evidence-Based Practice for Students with Disabilities
Duration: 7 weeks | Credit Hours: 3
This is an introductory level course for candidates seeking a MS in Special Education. Course content includes an overview of special education eligibility categories and evidence-based practices for students with disabilities. This content addresses the Texas Special Education Teaching Standards and the Council for Exceptional Children Common Core Standards. Course activities include lectures, case studies, and the evaluation of evidence-based practices.
EDSE 5309: Special Education Law and Ethical Responsibilities
Duration: 7 weeks | Credit Hours: 3
This is an intermediate level course for candidates seeking a MS in Special Education. Course content includes the history of special education law, provisions of Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA), Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Americans with Disabilities Act, Every Student Succeeds Act, legal trends and issues in special education, and special education professional ethical principles and practice standards guided by the Council for Exceptional Children Common Core Standards. Course activities include lectures, case analysis, and special education legal case briefs.
EDSE 5311: Issues in Disability Throughout the Lifespan
Duration: 7 weeks | Credit Hours: 3
This is an introductory level course for candidates seeking a MS in Special Education. Course content includes the unique culture of disability across the lifespan and the impact of disabilities on an individual across the lifespan. In addition, this course examines characteristics of children and youth with major biological risk conditions and disabilities with a focus on the impact of these conditions on development over time. Course activities include lectures, group discussions and assignments, demonstrating the complexity of development with a disability.
EDSE 5320: Measurement & Evaluation
Duration: 7 weeks | Credit Hours: 3
This is an intermediate level course for candidates seeking a MS in Special Education. Course content includes descriptive statistics, psychometric properties of a test reliability and validity, interpretation of test scores, norms, scales, and grades, and some of the current controversies in testing. Additional topics such as data management, progress monitoring, test accommodations and modifications, and cultural and linguistic considerations are covered. Focus of attention is on the use of assessment information for making educational decisions. Course activities include lectures, interpretation of scores, and case analysis.
EDSE 5325: Classroom & Behavior Management of Exceptional Children
Duration: 7 weeks | Credit Hours: 3
This is an intermediate level course for candidates seeking a MS in Special Education. Course content includes the major concepts and techniques of effective classroom and Applied Behavior Analysis for children and youth with disabilities experiencing academic and/or behavioral difficulties. Course activities include lectures, group discussions and assignments concerning effective classroom management, as well as behavior plan development for students with disabilities.
EDSE 5364: Collaborate & Consult in Educational Settings
Duration: 7 weeks | Credit Hours: 3
This course is designed to develop the knowledge and skills needed to effectively collaborate and consult with families, school personnel and community members in educational settings. Other topics include team membership, co-teaching, supervision of paraprofessionals, partnerships with families and development of interagency agreements to address the needs of individuals with disabilities.
EDSE 5390: Trends & Issues in Special Education
Duration: 7 weeks | Credit Hours: 3
This is an advanced level course for candidates seeking a MS in Special Education. This course examines the historical, relevant, and timely topics of concern to educators involved in making decisions regarding special education. This content addresses the Texas Special Education Teaching Standards and the Council for Exceptional Children Common Core Standards. Course activities include lectures, debates, and the evaluation of issues and trends in the field of special education. This course may be repeated once when topic changes.
You must take the following courses.
EDRD 5309: Theory and Practice of Early Reading Development
Duration: 7 weeks | Credit Hours: 3
The purpose of this course is to provide the student with an in-depth understanding of children's early development in reading and writing. The course will have a field-based component so that students can assess children and design and implement an instructional program integrating the processes of written language. Ongoing assessment will be a key factor of the children's program. Students pursuing the Master of Arts in Teaching (MAT) must be admitted to and in good standing in the College of Education.
EDRD 5313: Design, Implementation & Evaluation of Reading Programs
Duration: 7 weeks | Credit Hours: 3
This course focuses on methods, materials and organization of reading programs, with emphasis on the scope and sequence of the total reading program from pre-K through 12th grade. Theories, principles and strategies for designing and implementing developmentally appropriate reading programs will be reviewed; and programs will be evaluated to prepare the reading professional to make appropriate instructional decisions. Attention will be given to professional development models and professional ethics.
EDRD 5319: Advanced Diagnosis of Reading Difficulties
Duration: 7 weeks | Credit Hours: 3
In this course, students will use formal and informal instruments to diagnose reading problems. Students will review a variety of case studies and develop their own case study throughout the semester as they monitor and assess students with reading difficulties. This course may be taken as a core course by individuals pursuing the Master Reading Teacher (MRT) Certificate. Pre-requisites: Graduate Standing
EDRD 5321: Literacy Interventions for Diverse Populations
Duration: 7 weeks | Credit Hours: 3
This advanced course focuses on literacy interventions (reading and writing) for learners from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds. Course activities include the administration of diagnostic assessment instruments and procedures for implementation of individualized strategies and lessons. Reading professionals engage in critical reflection and response to intervention for diverse populations.
Prerequisites: Graduate standing.
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